Kwashiorkor is a form of protein-energy malnutrition characterized by
A. extreme wasting of muscles.
B. gain of abdominal adipose tissue.
C. severe edema in the extremities.
D. unusual growth of the jaw.
C
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A. sodium and potassium B. cholesterol C. B vitamins D. calcium and magnesium
Which of the following is a feature of phosphorus?
a. Involved in energy exchange b. Activates fat-soluble vitamins c. Ranks lowest among the minerals in amount present in the body d. Ranks highest among the minerals in amount present in the body
How does the body absorb and digest low to moderate amounts of alcohol?
What will be an ideal response?
An example of a health factor associated with insulin resistance is:
a. neuropathy. b. impaired liver function. c. impaired kidney function. d. hyperlipidemia.